Boron sulfide (B2S3)

Physical hazards

Substances and mixtures which, in contact Category 2 with water, emit flammable gases

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, oral Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 3 respiratory tract irritation

Environmental hazards

Not classified. OSHA defined hazards Not classified.

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Danger

Hazard statements

In contact with water releases flammable gas. Fatal if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation.

Prevention

Do not allow contact with water. Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection.

Response

If swallowed Immediately call a poison center/doctor. Rinse mouth. If on skin Wash with plenty of water. Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish.

Storage

Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.

Additional information

100% of the substance consists of component(s) of unknown acute dermal toxicity. 100% of the substance consists of component(s) of unknown acute hazards to the aquatic environment. 100% of the substance consists of component(s) of unknown long-term hazards to the aquatic environment. For further information, please contact the Product Stewardship Department at +1.800.862.4118.